3-Day Cocuy Experience: Glacier Ascent in El Cocuy National Park

Shared adventures through glaciers, páramos and authentic Andean landscapes.

A Balanced Glacier Expedition in the Colombian Andes

This 3-day guided expedition in El Cocuy National Park is designed for travelers seeking high-altitude adventure with proper preparation and support.
You’ll complete a scenic acclimatisation hike, ascend to the edge of a glacier and experience the traditional mountain towns of the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy — all guided with safety and continuous support.

What’s Included in Your Expedition

Everything you need for a safe, guided and well-prepared glacier experience in El Cocuy National Park

What’s Included

  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
  • 2 mountain snacks
  • Proffessional and local mountain guides
  • National Park entrance fees
  • Insurance
  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Internal transfers within Cocuy National Park
  • Transport Bogotá – Güicán – Bogotá
  • Training hike near Bogotá
  • Pre-expedition guidance and training plan
  • Souvenir

Guided With Preparation & Support

This is not just a trek — it’s a fully guided high-altitude expedition in the Colombian Andes, designed with safety, preparation and continuous support from start to finish.

3-day itinerary in el cocuy national park

A carefully designed glacier expedition in the Colombian Andes, balancing acclimatisation, challenge and cultural connection

day 1 -Arrival & Mountain Preparation

Arrival in Güicán in the afternoon. Equipment check, altitude briefing and preparation for the expedition ahead. Evening rest to begin proper acclimatisation in the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy.

group of friends celbrating in the trail towards ritacuba blanco glacier
DAY 2 – High-Altitude Acclimatisation Hike

Approx. 10 km trek reaching 4,200 meters above sea level through Andean páramo landscapes. A scenic but essential acclimatisation route designed to prepare your body for glacier .

couple in the trail of cocuy national park with poles
DAY 3 – Glacier Ascent EXPEDITION AND CLOSE EXPEDITION

Approx. 16 km trek reaching up to 5,000 meters above sea level. You’ll ascend to the edge of one of El Cocuy’s iconic glaciers. Possible routes include: Ritacuba, Cócavo, Pan de Azúcar.

Hiker walking in a trail to the top of the Pan de Azucar glacier and Pulpito del Diablo

investment

390 USD

Per person

Small group experience · High-altitude guided expedition · El Cocuy, Colombian Andes

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